Code Enforcement Officer

City of Edinburg • Edinburg, TX

21h • $17 • Onsite

About The Position

The City of Edinburg is actively seeking a dedicated Code Enforcement Officer to perform functions within the Health and Code Department. This role is essential to the city, involving inspections of commercial and residential locations to ensure codes are being followed. The position requires someone who is constantly on their toes, ready for new and unexpected challenges, enjoys being helpful, and provides assistance and support as needed. Excellent people skills and customer service are crucial for interacting with residents and businesses.

Requirements

• High school diploma, G.E.D. or equivalency.
• One (1) year of experience in code enforcement or related field.
• Must obtain Code Enforcement Officer License from a recognized agency within one (1) year of employment.
• Must obtain Food Manager Certification within one (1) year of employment.
• Must have a current valid class "C" driver's license from the Texas Department of Public Safety with a satisfactory driving record.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Attentive to detail.
• Enjoy working as part of a team.
• Dependability.

Nice To Haves

• Associates Degree in general studies.
• Three (3) years' experience in Code Enforcement and Health Food Establishment Inspections.
• Bilingual English/Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Conduct on-site inspections to ensure compliance.
• Approve restaurants, day care centers, school cafeterias, foster and adoption home applications, and grocery and convenience stores for opening.
• Perform regular visits to Edinburg businesses and residential locations.
• Respond to complaints filed by residents.
• Inspect commercial and residential locations to ensure codes are being followed.
• Provide assistance and support as needed.
• Deliver excellent customer service to all customers.

Benefits

• Competitive pay of $16.72/hr.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Life & ADD insurance.
• Retirement plan with a 7% employee contribution and a city match of 2 to 1.
• 100%-paid medical insurance.
• 100%-paid dental insurance with optional dependent coverage.
• Workers compensation.
• Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA).
• Employee assistance program (EAP).
• Healthy lifestyle program.
• Access to Active Edinburg fitness centers.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED